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How Scientists Explain Disease
Paul Thagard
How Scientists Explain Disease
Paul Thagard
Ranging through the history of medicine, from the Hippocratic theory of humors to modern explanations of Mad Cow Disease and chronic fatigue syndrome, this book analyzes the development and acceptance of scientific ideas. It challenges both traditional philosophy of science and contemporary science studies.
268 pages, 8 tables 33 line illus. 1 halftone
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | July 30, 2000 |
ISBN13 | 9780691050836 |
Publishers | Princeton University Press |
Pages | 268 |
Dimensions | 152 × 235 × 230 mm · 397 g |
Language | English |